About Our Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is comprised of lodging industry leaders from across the state. These elected individuals operate various types and sizes of properties, bringing their unique perspectives to the association. The Board of Directors meets quarterly to fulfill our mission and to ensure the policies of the organization are meeting the needs of its members.
Get Involved
Board Members are recruited by current WHLA leaders and elected at the WHLA Annual Meeting, as well as throughout the year if vacancies arise. The Nominations Committee recommends candidates to the Board for approval, emphasizing individuals with a combination of industry experience and demonstrated commitment to WHLA. For many directors, the first step to establishing this commitment is by joining Committees or Task Forces.
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE |
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Chair
Jay Schumerth
First Hospitality |
Chair-Elect
Rory Madsen
Gordon Lodge |
Vice Chair
Amy Boston
Aimbridge Hospitality |
Secretary/Treasurer
Victor Ravago
Bravo Hospitality Group |
Past Chair
Jon Jossart
Ambassador Hotel & Ambassador Inn |
Advocacy Delegate
Krissy Sigmund
Chula Vista Resort, Trademark Collection by Wyndham |
DEI Delegate
Jonathan Webster
Geronimo Hospitality Group |
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LODGING DIRECTORS |
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Sara Abbott
Metropolis Resort |
Ryan Batley
Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort Hotel & Conference Center |
Tony Beer
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Milwaukee Downtown |
Justin Behling
Wild Eagle Lodge |
Pete Boese
Radisson Hotel La Crosse |
Michael Carstedt
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom |
John Chastan
Kalahari Resort Convention Center & Waterpark |
Kevin Gallagher
Marcus Hotels & Resorts |
Jason Hager, CHA
Tundra Lodge Resort & Waterpark |
Nick Johnson
First Hospitality |
Randy Kliment
Aileron Management |
Cory Latourell, CHA
Hotel Marshfield |
Missy LeBelle
High Point Inn |
Erin McDonald
Geronimo Hospitality Group |
Katie Neufeld
Kimpton Journeyman Hotel |
Bob Patel
Quality Inn Janesville |
Mike Patel
MoveMent Hospitality |
Larry Robe
The Knickerbocker on the Lake Hotel |
Amy Supple
The Edgewater |
Randee Talwar
Best Western West Towne Suites |
Sheryl Tharman
Red Crown Lodge |
Aaron Wolf, CHA
Comfort Suites Green Bay |
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ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS |
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Mike Balistrieri
Fox Valley Technical College |
Mary Anne Ceraso-Alioto
Spectrum Enterprises |
Cindy Lapidakis
Royal Basket Trucks |
Brian Lee, APR
Revelation PR, Advertising & Social Media |
Carmen Smalley
MATC - Milwaukee |
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EX-OFFICIO |
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President & CEO
Bill Elliott, CAE
Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association |
Student Director
Bailey Jacque
UW - Stout School of Hospitality |
Honorary Director
Steve Marcus
Marcus Corporation |
If you are interested in being considered for a position on the Board of Directors or would like to volunteer for an open committee or task force, please fill out our form or email [email protected].
